The Monroe County Recorder’s office maintains and records official records of documents affecting title to property and miscellaneous documents. These records date back to 1838.

Most recorded documents are public record and can be viewed in-office:

 Deeds
 Contracts
 Mortgages
 Assignments, Releases
 Federal and State Tax Liens
 Affidavits
 Plats & Surveys
 Section Corner Certificates
 Military Service Records
 Easements
 Condemnations
 Trade Names
 Leases
 28E & Drainage Agreements
 Bills of Sale
 Articles of Incorporation
 Financing Statements
 Other Numerous Documents

The Iowa County Association of Recorders has a statewide website, titled Iowa County Land Record Information System or CLRIS. This website has indexing and images of recorded documents available for viewing. The website is found at https://iowalandrecords.org/portal. Businesses and individuals need to register as a public user before using the website.